The Man Who Laughs

A tragic novel about a man whose appearance became a mark of shame, and whose life is a test of humanity.

In 1869, one of the darkest and most poignant novels by Victor Hugo was published. He studied the history and life of England for months, striving to show the aristocracy from an unexpected angle. "The Man Who Laughs" caused a huge resonance and quickly gained popularity. Later, it was Gwynplaine who inspired artists in creating the image of the Joker.

"Dea was an exile from the realm of light, Gwynplaine – a rejected among the living." Dea is blind, and Gwynplaine is disfigured by people and therefore forever wears a mask of laughter on his face. In search of a livelihood, they head to London, where they encounter the cruel laws of society.

The edition is presented in a stylish design for Young Adults by contemporary artists.